These days, when everyone’s in a constant rush
to this or that place, it feels impossible to get around without your own car.
Usually, paying for taxis on a daily basis is too expensive and somewhat
unreliable, public transport can get frustrating, bikes aren’t that great a
solution for longer rides, and rail line services don’t always fit our usual
to-and-from places. So, what are we to do? Sit and cry or look at things a bit
differently? Let’s go with the latter.
We list five awesome ways to navigate everyday
traffic and get places even if you don’t have a vehicle:
Use Public
Transit
If you are thinking that using public transport
is beneath you, we’ll stop you right there. Unless you were born in Kensington
Palace, it’s not. Public transportation is just fine, and everyone’s using it.
Naturally, like everywhere in the world, using public transit will treat you to
occasional frustration but, those are the “perks” of living in a big city.
Anyway, when you plan your routes right, you’ll get from Point A to Point B
hassle-free.
Bike Share
A bicycle-sharing system, also known as “bike
share,” “bike-share scheme,” or a “public bicycle system” is a service allowing
individuals to rent bicycles on a short-term basis for a price or free.
Usually, bikes are cute, comfy, and functional, so you can put your bag, your
laptop, and other stuff in the baskets that often come with the bikes. These
days, there are options to get an electric bike, which is even more convenient!
Use
Uber/Lyft/Taxi
For all of you who want to have a car experience
without owning a car, Uber, regular Taxi, or a Lyft are the best options! Not
only are these three options cozy and convenient but also they appear to be
cheaper than paying for gas and car maintenance. Plus, there’s always the benefit
of not having to worry about parking or crazy people in traffic. Instead, you
sit back and relax, and let your driver handle everything.
Light Rail
& Commuter Rail
If there’s a light rail where you live, you are
in for the win! Light rails are usually incredibly convenient for transport all
over the area, they are sturdy, eco-friendly, and a cheap way to get around.
Commuter rail is also a great way to get from point A to point B, i.e., from
your city center and middle to outer suburbs, and back. Commuter rails are used
by people who travel on a daily basis from commuter towns or other locations.
Carpool
Not your typical car replacement because, well,
we ARE talking about a car, after all. However, this one’s a sort of unusual
method, but very effective – especially if you live far from public transport
or aren’t financially “there yet” to go by taxi every day. Take turns
carpooling with your friends and colleagues who live nearby, split the gas
cost, and make it an awesome road trip every day. Not too shabby, right?
We do hope that the tips
above prove that you can easily navigate everyday traffic without owning a car.
If you’ve got any other suggestions, we’re all ears!
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